Waterless Hand Sanitizer for Diarrhea Prevention in a Humanitarian Emergency

In the early days of a humanitarian emergency or arrival into a refugee settlement, water supplies can be scarce. An option such as alcohol-based sanitizer, which does not require water, could facilitate keeping hands clean and help prevent disease in particularly crowded conditions.

Abstract: Investigators will evaluate the acceptability and use of waterless hand sanitizer in humanitarian emergency settings. In the early days of a humanitarian emergency or arrival into a refugee settlement, water supplies can be scarce, making hand washing difficult. An option such as alcohol-based sanitizer, which does not require water, could facilitate keeping hands clean and help prevent disease in particularly crowded conditions.

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